Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
40.1 mi
65 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Angel, OR
JOHN CALLERY
Albany, OR
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Mount Angel to Albany is 40.1 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 5, Silverton Road Northeast, and Mount Angel Highway Northeast, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Oregon's Pacific Coast region, offering a straightforward drive between two communities. It's a practical option for a quick transit or to connect with other routes in the area. Plan for a mixed driving experience that balances highway speeds with local road navigation.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 40.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This 40.1-mile journey presents a mixed drive profile, with 43% of the route utilizing highway speeds. You'll encounter stretches on I 5, which makes up the longest uninterrupted segment at 17.1 miles, allowing for consistent progress. The remainder of the drive incorporates local roads like Silverton Road Northeast and Mount Angel Highway Northeast, which will likely involve more varied speeds and navigation. Expect a transition from faster highway travel to more community-focused roads as you approach your destination.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Church Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 40.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Church Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 12.6 miles (CR 97 / Cordon Road Northeast): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Church Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CR 97 / Cordon Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| Silverton Road Northeast | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| Mount Angel Highway Northeast | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Cordon Road Northeast | 3 mi | 4m |
| Kuebler Boulevard Southeast | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Cordon Road Southeast | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Salem Avenue Southeast | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Brush Creek Drive Northeast | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Angel, OR and Albany, OR.
Start on Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto West Church Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Continue on CR 18
At end of road, turn right onto CR 26
Turn left onto CR 639
Turn right onto OR 213
Turn left onto CR 97
Continue on Cordon Road Southeast
Continue on Kuebler Boulevard Southeast
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5; OR 99E
Take the exit onto OR 99E
Turn right onto Albany Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Salem Avenue Southeast
Enter roundabout onto Main Street Southeast
Continue on Main Street Southeast
Turn left onto 1st Avenue East
Turn left onto US 20
Turn left onto 2nd Avenue Southwest
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.1 mi from Mount Angel, OR · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.1 miles from Mount Angel, OR, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Albany, OR if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.45 | $16.91 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.83 | $17.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.57 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Mount Angel on Saturday
Local time
8:41 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Albany on Saturday
Local time
8:41 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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